Homemade Laundry Soap using Essential Oils

[@Fourteener]

1/2 gallon of water 1/2 cup washing soda 1 cup Borax Shredded soap bar melted on stove with cup of water Essential oils as desired Close lid and let rest 1/2 cup of detergent per load of laundry

[@Hallfam105]

Don’t forget to fill the whole bucket up with water at the end!

[@rondabryant2405]

I still don’t know what washing soda is?

[@CottageontheCorner]

I used to do that, but it took up too much space to store, so now I make a homemade powder recipe. It all fits in a large mason jar. Borax, Baking soda, essential oil and some generic oxygen booster. So much less storage! Myfabric softner is just distilled white vinegar and essential oils. Leaves No vinegar smell and works great.

[@ouroilyhouse]

Susan Great ideas! Thanks!

[@pamballard1628]

Hi, do you have ingredient amounts for your laundry detergent Thank you ❤

[@cristiandragomir3039]

I want to thank you so much for your free infos. Just downloaded your ebook and found the directions on toothpaste recipe to be the same as the laundry detergent. I'll appreciate the editing. Thanks again!

[@ouroilyhouse]

I don't know why it keeps doing that! I have fixed that a billion times and any tired rey-loading it. Technical errors! Thanks Ill see what I can do!

[@chelliea42]

Poppy, if you put baking soda in a 400 degree oven for 20-30 minutes it will become washing soda.

[@deejohnson5163]

How and why does the heat cause this reaction.

[@Cee1505]

Wow, I didn't know that

[@briannaleary9558]

@@deejohnson5163 sodium bicarbonate in its chemical form is NaHCO3. When heated at high temperature you are essentially removing CO2 and H2O, which leaves you with Na2CO3 (sodium carbonate aka washing soda).

[@nanahachiko1084]

@@briannaleary9558 really?

[@thomasmitchell7314]

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[@pamballard1628]

Can you use Castile bad soap?

[@wowtv101]

Just found you so I'm binge watching you!!! I Lovd how you talk but keep things going !!! I'm Thankful to have found You !!!! Hava Great Day 👍

[@ouroilyhouse]

Thank you so much!!

[@grace-filledhomestead]

So happy I came across your Chanel! You have been such a great help with turning my household natural! I will be trying this recipe today! Thank you 😊

[@ouroilyhouse]

Awww yay I'm so glad!!

[@sophiacassaniti7335]

I love it. Made it for the first time. So easy. Thank you

[@ouroilyhouse]

You are welcome 😊

[@sarahbulcher8688]

does it matter how much water you put with the shredded soap to melt?

[@Rob0876]

the essential oils. if i buy from walmart can i use their brand Main Stays or Home and Garden brand? what am i looking for when i buy oils for laundry soap? btw i use this soap and love it! i make 10 gallons but i use the zote and this lasts for a long time my clothes are soft and smell so fresh and the colors seem brighter and whites bright amazing stuff!

[@ouroilyhouse]

So glad you love it! I have the essential oils that I used linked in the description.

[@rosaliesolanonunez9294]

Good day to you Is this soap ok for person with Atopic Dermatitis? Thank you.. From Albay, Bicol, Philippines 🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭

[@janetsullivan7955]

I went to the Oily House site, but could not find oil essentials? Where an I purchase them?

[@susylopez9308]

Hello, this may be a silly question but did you only added 1/2 a gallon of water to the 5 gallon bucket? I asked so I could use a smaller container.

[@ouroilyhouse]

Nope, I fill it to the top! So this recipe is for 5 gallons.

[@susylopez9308]

@@ouroilyhouse Thank you. Amazing savings for the amount of water and soap. 👍

[@Hallfam105]

So glad you asked this! I was so confused . No wonder my soap is so extremely thick!

[@kanttouchthis3716]

My recipe is 2 cups of borax, one cup washing powder,1 dr bronners lavendar Castile bar soap, 10 drops of lavendar oil and a bucket of water . But I do not have foaming action in my washing machine with this soap. What do I do to o get that ? Can I use dr bronners sal suds ?

[@hmaway]

Can you replace the Fels with Dr. Bronners?

[@lisaheather1884]

Can I use liquid Castile soap instead of bar? If so how much would be a good replacement

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have not tried that yet.

[@vanessasmallridge3895]

i was wondering this too !!

[@leshaunecoteat6066]

Can’t wait to try this! Thank you so much for sharing, how much water do you use to boil down the soap?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Just a couple cups of water. I don't even measure.

[@normazaharioudakis1090]

Hello is it safe for a toddler with eczema and thank you I just made your receipe

[@ouroilyhouse]

It is very gentle and good for sensitive skin. I even use it on cloth diapers.

[@Sheila-w9m]

Is this HE washer safe?

[@brittneyschwarck2419]

Could you tell a little bit about your cloth diaper washing routine? Do you use this for washing diapers?

[@thelittleredhen55]

Do you ever use the doterra laundry soap ?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I only make my own but I have heard great things!

[@jackiev920]

I have for many years I love it but there out of stock

[@DaizyZeno]

What’s the most drops of oils would You add? I like strong smelling laundry

[@ouroilyhouse]

If you are making the full 5 gallons you can add anywhere from 30-100 drops of oil depending on how strong you want it.

[@DaizyZeno]

Our Oily House thank you

[@theodoresuliy9146]

Thank you for the video ..can i use liquid castile soap as we don't have that soap or zote in my country?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I haven't tried that before.

[@lynnelw5792]

Did you try that? As I was just watching, it was the first thing that came to mind!!!

[@victoriaratzlaff7183]

I followed your recipe exactly but when I divided it into jars it separated is that okay? I thought maybe I should’ve used warm water instead of cold water to the bucket at the beginning

[@sparkkirbspark510]

HOw can I replace the Borax? It is not good at all.

[@debbiedouglas8358]

Thank you watching this could I add borax to my powdered one to help stains if so how much thank you

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes

[@deejohnson5163]

Thanks.

[@ouroilyhouse]

You're welcome

[@rondabryant2405]

What is washing soda?

[@Poppy-]

Hello Laura what exactly is washing soda? Everywhere I looked no one seemed to know (I live in a french speaking city might not help). I have my essential oils (yes!) borax and Castille soap (Dr Bronner's). Would borax and baking soda be enough to boost the Castille?

[@ouroilyhouse]

It comes in a box and is a white powder. You can get it on amazon, I have it linked in the video.

[@Poppy-]

@@ouroilyhouse At natural/organic food shops I found a black bag with sodium carbonate. I think this is how they call it here. Looking forward to use my own laundry soap. I felt like a chemist doing my mixes in the kitchen: window, all purpose...

[@Poppy-]

Just tried my first load of homemade laundry soap. It smells nice and fresh. My towels looked cleaner than with usual detergent 👍. Thanks for all your help and support

[@cassandrahuskey4703]

Can you please show/link all the ingrediants you used for this recipe ? Also can you please link the recipe ? thank you so much

[@ouroilyhouse]

YES! You can find everything here:www.ouroilyhouse.com/homemade-laundry-soap-with-essential-oils/

[@berenicesansone482]

Our Oily House the link won't work.

[@annm2355]

Is it safe to include a cup of baking soda?

[@jilliantucker7832]

What would you say about the ingredients in the Fels naptha soap bar now? I believe I read that it changed over the last several years. I bought one and it has talc, fragrance, and titanium dioxide. I don’t believe those are particularly non toxic. I’d love to know what you think, because I really want to make this recipe as I’m trying to lessen the toxic load in my house (:

[@ouroilyhouse]

You can make your own! Here is my recipe: www.ouroilyhouse.com/laundry-soap-bar/

[@normazaharioudakis1090]

Thank you

[@jackiev920]

I use on guard clothe soap that I love but they are out of stock ..what do you recommend? I just can't buy the nasty stuff out there

[@ouroilyhouse]

It should be back soon!! I use this instead!

[@shainabothra568]

Can we use goat milk castile oap

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have not tried it but any laundry soap bar will work!

[@angelalujan8154]

I watched this video because of the powdered laundry detergent video you posted. I see you used borax in this one. Does that help in getting the clothes really clean? Also, would you suggest using 1 full cup of laundry detergent for heavily soiled clothes?My husband fixes jets for the military so the smell of jet fuel is so overbearing sometimes. Lastly, do you suggest this type of bar soap instead of Castile soap for this recipe? Or would either work?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I like using borax but some people (mostly out of the country) have a hard time getting borax so I wanted to have options for both. A little goes a long with this soap but you can always add more essential oils if you want a stronger scent. I think the fels naptha is best fo r this recipe.

[@angelalujan8154]

@@ouroilyhouse thank you!

[@anac4769]

Can we use baking soda instead of borax in this recipe? Is there borax alternative for liquid version ( I also came here from powder recipe:))

[@janeblackhart6165]

What is the shelf life on this? Can I make a smaller batch?

[@ouroilyhouse]

It last for a year. You can def make less if you prefer. I do a lot of laundry lol

[@melindasweeney8333]

What is washing soda? Is that the same as baking soda?

[@ouroilyhouse]

No, it is different. I find it in the laundry detergent section at Walmart!

[@thelittleredhen55]

Is there a way to make this in a much smaller batch ? I don’t have a 5 gallons bucket nor the space to store that much

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes! You can cut the recipe in half or even less if needed.

[@annelefevre9457]

I’m wondering if you feel this soap gets your clothes clean. My daughter in law made her own soap for several years in big buckets. I think the recipe was the same......except I don’t know about essential oils in it. But I never thought it got her clothes clean. They looked dingy a lot of the time, and the little girls panties never got stains out. What did you use to help get rid of stains in underwear and baby’s bibs and clothes. She was always happy w/ the homemade detergent, and didn’t say anything about the stains , but I noticed them. What did you use to help w/ stains? I’m interested in knowing. This video is two years old, but Izvestia just seen it right now. I use Clorox, but my daughters get made at me (not really) when I do.

[@ouroilyhouse]

Works great for us!

[@earthzeroapothecary]

When you consider the chemicals in detergents that end up going on our skin, dinginess seems a bit moot, in my opinion.

[@annelefevre9457]

@@earthzeroapothecary absolutely not. Stains aren’t good….I rather use chemicals. Stains look atrocious and make your clothes ugly. I can tell by your comment, that the homemade soap doesn’t get stains out , but that it doesn’t bother you. I love hanging my clothes out on the line, and that helps my dau. In Laws clothes some…..but it still doesn’t take them out! Come up w/ a homemade detergent that does, and I’d be more than happy to use it!

[@kanttouchthis3716]

@@annelefevre9457 hi when you say dingy do u mean apart from the stains the clothes look faded as that concerns me. Do u think using salt can help to make the colours stay in this recipe .

[@valeriemckay7064]

I am seeing in reviews that Fels Naptha has been changed and is no longer what it used to be. You have used it for a long time, have you found that to be true?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have not noticed any difference in the 8 years I have been using it.

[@valeriemckay7064]

@@ouroilyhouse Thanks for answering, good to hear, I will trust that.

[@wowtv101]

How do i know what essential oils are laundry soap friendly ????im just now getting into essential oils

[@ouroilyhouse]

Pretty much all of them, mostly depends on your preference! I have more blends to try here: www.ouroilyhouse.com/homemade-laundry-soap-with-essential-oils/

[@kristarockwell3977]

What can be used instead of the fels naphtha…we have a family member with a lavender allergy :(

[@ouroilyhouse]

You can get unscented or make your own!

[@normazaharioudakis1090]

I made your receipe and I really liked it thank you very much

[@ouroilyhouse]

I am so glad! I have been using this recipe for 8 years and love it!

[@darbibrumbaugh9956]

Where did you get your washing soda

[@ouroilyhouse]

Walmart in the laundry section. You can also get it on amazon, it is linked in the description box.

[@b.jchampion4609]

Can I make this without borax

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have a powered laundry soap without borax: www.ouroilyhouse.com/homemade-powder-laundry-soap/

[@jessicakanagy8768]

I live in a country where I can't find borax sold anywhere. Can I switch that out for baking soda?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have a powdered laundry soap with out it that you could try!

[@bobbie5022]

Why let it set overnight? Would it hurt to use it right away?

[@ouroilyhouse]

It thickens!

[@AllThingsAnimalsofYT]

It doesnt mold or cause moisture when you add your essential oils to it?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I haven't noticed any issues with this.

[@AllThingsAnimalsofYT]

@@ouroilyhouse ok thanks. I made it earlier.

[@shelleencostco]

What is washing soda

[@cieloazul145]

Have you tried using melt and pour soap base instead of actual soap?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Not in laundry soap, I od have a few melt and pour recipes on my channel.

[@maxlouco9822]

This is awesome but I don’t know if I messed up, but it doesn’t get allllll the smells out of the fabric. I can still smell deodorant on the armpits on the shirts. Any suggestions?

[@ouroilyhouse]

You can add more essential oils to the soap or try my scent boosters. Also how much did you use per load?

[@maxlouco9822]

I have a front loader and filled it to the normal load in the liquid soap dispenser. I have a water softener as well. Do you think adding some lavender will help? Or some baking soda?

[@patrizia3170]

I would leave out the borax tho, if you do some research on it you'll find it's really not great for the skin (especially sensitive skin) etc... Other than that I love your recipe. I made the one for powdered soap, I used your recipe because it doesn't have borax in it.. I love it!

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have done so much research on borax and came to the conclusion that it is OK for this recipe.I do have a powder version without it for anyone that rather not use it.

[@patrizia3170]

@@ouroilyhouse Yes I love that recipe without the borax, I've made it a few days ago and it's great!

[@ashleypate1349]

Haha of all the ingredients it wouldn’t be the borax I’d be worried about. Fels N bar has more questionable ingredients

[@michellee3880]

Does this work on high efficiency machines?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have an HE machine. :)

[@MsEllieLynn]

Do you cloth diaper, and if so is this the same detergent that you use for washing them?

[@MsEllieLynn]

Whoops! I seen after I asked that someone else had asked this question!

[@ouroilyhouse]

Haha no worries! I have been using this on my cloth diapers for 5 years...works great!

[@dcat0603]

Another great video!! Tfs Holly

[@michelebogueappelgate5635]

I'm so excited to try this for the first time. One question I don't see posted yet: is it normal for the melted soap to clump up once it's added to the water? I cut the recipe in half, and have a clear plastic container, so I see the soap separating. Thanks!

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes it is! I pour some in a half gallon mason jar and shake well before each use.

[@michelebogueappelgate5635]

@@ouroilyhouse Thanks! I also saw another video where the person had a similar recipe to yours. At the end, she mixed it up in her blender. I tried that just now and it made it nice and creamy. I only did it for 15 seconds to smooth it out and still keep it runny. My first load is in the washing machine! I will definitely try your other recipes. Thank you for these great tips!

[@anac4769]

Michele Bogue Appelgate did you only blend it once , or it needs to be done prior to every use?

[@LP-qr4ko]

More clarification on this part please. It seems as if all of the soap is on top hardened. Do I mix it first (in bucket) then pour some into blender and keep doing that until it’s finished? Thank you.

[@brookidy]

I used an immersion blender in my 5 gallon bucket which helped but I still have clumps. It doesn’t seem to make any difference in how it cleans the laundry though so I’m okay with it!

[@summerlewis5672]

Hi! I was wondering how this mix will do with cloth diapers? Thanks!

[@summerlewis5672]

Well I just seen the other comments. 😅 Does brand/style of the diaper matter?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have always used it on my cloth diapers and it worked great and ever striped them. I use cotton baby, fuzzy buns, and flips.

[@raquelb-polanco7748]

Is this compatible with HE machines? Also, what should the consistency be of the mixture once it is set overnight?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes. It gels up but that is normal. Add some to a small jar (I use a half gallon mason jar) and shake well before each use.

[@raquelb-polanco7748]

@@ouroilyhouse Thank you! One last question - our washer has a little drawer for the soap (we'd previously used liquid), would I just insert into the drawer as usual, or because its a powder sprinkle directly into the load?

[@missyfish99]

How is it natural if you are using borax?

[@GloriaDelicioso]

What type of BAR SOAP did you use? Also why not use doTERRA bar soap?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I use Fels Naptha because it isa laundry soap bar.

[@Butterflydown1]

I wonder if this is safe for an HE washer

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have an HE!

[@sobless1163]

Hello what brand of soap was that

[@ouroilyhouse]

It’s homemade!

[@debbiedouglas8358]

Can I use liquid castle soap

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have not tried it in this recipe yet.

[@wandamcgann7728]

Yes u can

[@jackiev920]

Hi laura thank you so much for your videos .

[@ouroilyhouse]

You are so welcome!

[@svetikg1]

Would this work for cloth diapers?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes it does! I have used it on mine for 6 years!

[@svetikg1]

Can you do a video on your cloth diaper stash and routine?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes I can! Wonderful idea!

[@everythingherbal1565]

Where did you purchase your bucket from

[@ouroilyhouse]

Ill get you a link: amzn.to/2KAMilX

[@victoriabidwell6965]

I made this detergent for the first time. I’m so used to store bought laundry detergent having suds. Is it normal to not have suds with this detergent?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes!

[@keshahunt1476]

Store bought laundry detergent have suds because they add it in with a chemical, the suds actually have no cleaning properties, they are just for show

[@brookehale4871]

I made this and let it sit over night and it turned into a big jello mold. Do you know what happened?

[@ouroilyhouse]

That is normal! Just stir well before use.

[@ashleywhitt5543]

Made this soap and the powdered version for years. Didn't help with the stains, it ended up tearing up our washer and it was eating our clothes and the money we saved in laundry detergent wasn't worth it considering we had to buy more clothes because the detergent destroyed them.

[@ouroilyhouse]

That's so weird. I have used this soap for 10 years and never had that happen.

[@mirandabarrow3948]

How does this cost less than $2?

[@jacquelinehirzel]

Could you use any soap? Thank you x

[@ouroilyhouse]

Felt naphtha is a laundry bar and the only one I have tired this recipe with. I am afraid other soap wouldn't work the same.

[@jacquelinehirzel]

Our Oily House Thank you x

[@Poppy-]

@@ouroilyhouse I'm all new to this and was wandering if Castille soap would work too.

[@ouroilyhouse]

Poppy * I have seen recipes with Castile soap but I haven’t tired that yet. This is the only recipe I have used. 😊

[@Poppy-]

@@ouroilyhouse Thanks a lot. Great channel. Like I said to your sister, I'm trying to eliminate plastic from my house. Especially in the kitchen. The logical next step is manufactured cleaning products.

[@Livthatmomlife]

Can you use liquid castile soap? To skip the melting part?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have not tried liquid Castile soap in this recipe.

[@nicoletorres7539]

Is washing soda the same as baking soda?

[@ouroilyhouse]

No they are different.

[@debbiedouglas8358]

Can you use any soap

[@ouroilyhouse]

Nope. It is a certain laundry soap bar.

[@Evedel0276]

Hi. You can also use Zote soap but I don’t use it because it has chemicals in it. I use Kirk’s soap bar, I use the fragrance free all natural one. Works well, hope this helps.

[@anashany5540]

could you just write the ingredients and should i use preservatives for quantities

[@ouroilyhouse]

I have the full written recipe on my blog.

[@cassandrahuskey4703]

What’s the name of the bar soap you used ??

[@ouroilyhouse]

Fels Naphta (linked in the description box)

[@taran_5912]

Mine turned out clumpy. Did I do something wrong

[@ouroilyhouse]

Nope, that is normal. Shake well before use.

[@lillyoconnell1615]

I have been using the powder one for 5 years now, and I saw a KZbin video of the damage this does on the washing machine. Is the liquid one better to use?

[@ouroilyhouse]

hmmm I'm not to sure but I will say that I have been using this recipe for 6 years and haven't had any issues with my washer. We have a front loader HE machine.

[@lillyoconnell1615]

I also have that type of washer. I will have to try your recipe. Thanks!

[@ouroilyhouse]

Welcome! :)

[@jessicaklaassen2109]

Is this recipe good for cloth diapers?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes! I have been using it on my cloth diapers for 3 years!

[@xavianawhite8904]

Do you have a dry recipe?

[@ouroilyhouse]

I don't have that on my blog yet but since I get asked this all the time I am going to share one!

[@shelleencostco]

Could you please put the ingredients on your page for the hard of hearing and thank you

[@ouroilyhouse]

All recipes are written out on my blog: www.ouroilyhouse.com

[@MrsAllieMac]

Finally made this recipe, can't wait to use it! :)

[@ouroilyhouse]

Hope you like it!

[@sharron6628]

I don't use boraxI.I use baking soda. Borax is not good for the skin

[@journeytohealthafter60]

Did you know you makes use much less soap? That one bar gives me 5 gallons of laundry soap. Goes a LONG way especially in todays HE washers that use much less water. If you have hard water besure to add backing soda. Using vinegar in rince cycle is extremely good for your clothes AND washer.

[@chalktalkwithshari4173]

Made this and trying it out for the first time now. Has anyone else noticed how thick the solution gets? Is this normal?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yes that is normal. I pour some into a 1/2 gallon mason jar and just shake it really well before each use.

[@nicollettesingleton444]

Is this recipe safe for cloth diapers?

[@ouroilyhouse]

Yea!